Vodka or gin, dirty or dry-however you like your martini, all still ends up in the same martini glass. As the world is evolving, the same goes for these glasses: they aren’t confined to the traditional V-shaped style.
Heather Perkins, the bar manager of DiAnoia’s Eatery in Pittsburgh says “There are no hard rules here.”
From rounded Nick and Nora glasses to cut crystal glasses, or vintage inspired coupes, all will do an excellent job of holding a martini.
There is a lot of glassware, and not all are created equally. Major attributes you should rate each item in includes the size, capacity, material and thickness of the rim.
Consider the feel of the glass in the hand, whether it could hold garnishes, and the overall aesthetics.
Best Overall: Riedel Nick and Nora Cocktail Glasses.
Pros:
● Thoughtful construction
● Inexpensive
● Crafted for cocktails
Cons:
■ Machine-made glass
■ Slight seam
Capacity: 4 ounces
Material: Machine-blown glass
Height: 6 inches
Number of glasses: 2
Most Elegant: Nude Savage Coupe Glasses
Pros:
● High design
● Delicate and elegant
● Large capacity
Cons:
■ Incredibly long stem is easy to break.
Capacity: 7.5 ounces
Material: Lead-free crystal
Height: 7.5 inches
Number of glasses: 2
Best Stemless: JoyJolt Aqua Vitae Martini Glasses
Pros:
● Sturdy
● Unique design
● Dishwasher safe
Cons:
■ Different design/unorthodox
Capacity: 8.1 ounces
Material: Lead-free crystal
Height: 3.75 inches
Number of glasses: 2
Best Contemporary: Schott Zwiesel Tritan Pure Martini Glasses
Pros:
● Dishwasher safe
● Elegant presence
● Set of six
Cons:
■ Oversize capacity
Capacity: 11.6 ounces
Material: Chip-resistant glass
Height: 7.1 inches
Number of glasses: 6
Best Budget: BarConic Coupe Glass
Pros:
● Affordable
● Durable
● Great entry-level option
Cons:
■ Evident seams
■ Thick glass
Capacity: 7 ounces
Material: Machine glass
Height: 5.5 inches
Number of glasses: 4